A member asked:

How do i encourage my 2 year old to eat more she hates everything but chips i home make all my meals and still she refuses to eat ?

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Involve her: Involve your daughter in the cooking process. Let her choose some ingredients at the grocery store. Let her participate in the meal prep (no knives). Important not to just give in to chips only. Keep trying but do not make it a fight. This is common at this age, and usually is a phase, but there are things you can do to make it better.

Answered 4/19/2016

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Healthy Meals: Well, firstly stop the chips! Use them as a reward (positive reinforcement) for her eating what you want her to eat. Also, it is very important to cut out all the juice and sugary drinks. 2 year olds are notorious for being horrible eaters....Choose your battles, perhaps a grill cheese or mac and cheese followed by some chips if she eats? Slow and steady

Answered 11/16/2014

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